Director, Public Relations at MaintainX

Montréal, Québec, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, Industrial, IoT, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • 8+ years of public relations experience (in-house or agency)
  • Background in manufacturing or other industrial sectors (highly preferred)
  • Exceptional strategic writing skills—crafting corporate messages, standby statements, executive talking points, and briefing materials—and produce high-quality content independently
  • Think creatively and implement innovative communication platforms and tools, including leading-edge PR strategies
  • Strong press relationships and an active media network
  • Present confidently with meticulous attention to detail
  • Respond to crises and challenging situations quickly and professionally
  • Thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Stay at the forefront of how AI is reshaping the media landscape and apply those insights to strategy, pitching, and measurement
  • Working knowledge of Muck Rack (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with top-tier business, trade, and industry media to advance awareness, reputation, and our corporate narrative
  • Lead earned and paid media programs—including media sponsorships—that reinforce corporate reputation and brand positioning
  • Build executive visibility: create thought-leadership platforms and provide strategic counsel on speaking engagements, panels, and awards to align with corporate priorities and amplify key messages
  • Develop clear, accessible media materials (press releases, key messages, and talking points) tailored to audience needs
  • Deliver media training and coaching to executives, preparing them to engage confidently and effectively in media and public forums
  • Collaborate with product, HR, partnerships, and marketing to ensure cohesive messaging and maximize media opportunities
  • Plan and lead communications and media strategy for product launches, key events, and milestone announcements
  • Measure and report weekly and quarterly PR performance; use data-driven insights and external benchmarking to refine strategy for reach, engagement, and reputational impact
  • Test emerging technologies and continually experiment with AI to streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and increase the accuracy of data, metrics, and reporting

Skills

Public Relations
Media Relations
Earned Media
Paid Media
Thought Leadership
Press Releases
Media Training
Strategic Communications
Executive Visibility
Corporate Narrative

MaintainX

SaaS platform for maintenance management

About MaintainX

MaintainX provides a digital platform designed for maintenance and operations management, primarily targeting industrial clients in sectors like manufacturing and food and beverage. The platform operates as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution, enabling businesses to track both reactive maintenance, which addresses issues as they arise, and preventive maintenance, which involves regular checks to avoid problems. MaintainX enhances operational efficiency by incorporating artificial intelligence for tasks such as real-time inventory management and asset management. Unlike many competitors, MaintainX offers an open API for easy integration with existing systems and provides educational resources through its Academy to help clients fully utilize the platform. The company's goal is to drive digital transformation in maintenance and operations, improving productivity and reducing manual work for its users.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$90.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Company Equity
Stock Options

Risks

Emerging startups with similar SaaS solutions could erode MaintainX's market share.
Rapid technological advancements may strain MaintainX's resources to stay competitive.
Economic downturns in key industries could reduce spending on maintenance software.

Differentiation

MaintainX offers a comprehensive IoT-enabled maintenance platform for industrial teams.
The platform integrates AI to enhance predictive maintenance and operational efficiency.
MaintainX provides an open API for seamless integration with existing business systems.

Upsides

MaintainX raised $50M in Series C funding, boosting its growth potential.
The trend towards predictive maintenance aligns with MaintainX's AI-powered features.
Increased IoT adoption in industries drives demand for MaintainX's solutions.

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